Historical Marker

Fort Assiniboine

Historical marker location:
Havre, Montana
( Marker is on Fort Circle near 82nd Avenue West (Assinniboine Road).)

The state of Montana has a unique political culture, with a strong tradition of individualism and libertarianism. The state has a low population density and a large rural population, which has contributed to a strong sense of localism and self-reliance. Montana has often been a bellwether state for political trends in the United States, and its elections have been closely watched by political analysts.